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April 2018

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the elements of a traditional tequila shot—a lick of salt and a wedge of lime—and turned them into a refreshing drink thus creating the world's first margarita. Another top contender for the inventor title is Margarita Sames, a wealthy Dallas socialite who claimed she whipped up the drink for friends at her Acapulco vacation home in 1948. Among her well-connected guests was Tommy Hilton, who eventually added the drink to the bar menu at his hotel chain. Cocktail fads may come and go, but the margarita's popularity has remained steady since its invention, whenever and wherever 2 Servings Ingredients coarse salt 4 ounces tequila 1 ounce Triple Sec 2 ounces blue curacao 1/4 cup fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon simple syrup lime wedges, for garnish that was.And with so many varieties from fruity to smoky, even veggie beverages based you'll never get bored. Bottom line: If you're planning to waste away in Margaritaville anytime soon, you've got a lot of great cocktail possibilities. Now Blue Margaritas! Blue Margaritas don't taste that different from the classic but they're so pretty! The blue comes from the curacao which tastes similar to Triple Sec and is primarily used for color. Also, quite inexpensive at the liquor store so don't let the 3 different types of booze scare you away from making this one. Directions 1. Using 1 lime wedge for each glass, rub each rim. Dip rim in a plate of salt. 2. Combine tequila, Triple Sec, blue curacao, lime juice and simple syrup in shaker, fill with ice cubes, and shake vigorously for 30 seconds. Strain the margarita into glasses filled with ice. Garnish with lime wedges if desired. More Margaritia Recipes Blood Orange Margarita Roasted Blueberry Basil Margarita Smoky Grilled Grapefruit Margarita If feeling creative try putting your beverage of choice in tiny Patron bottles. A creative presentation for a Mexican themed get together. Blue Margaritas

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